How To Fix NAVIGATION_PROFILE100 - User-specific profiles must start with a letter (A-Z)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NAVIGATION_PROFILE - Navigation Profile

• Message number: 100

• Message text: User-specific profiles must start with a letter (A-Z)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NAVIGATION_PROFILE100 - User-specific profiles must start with a letter (A-Z) ?

  The SAP error message NAVIGATION_PROFILE100 indicates that there is an issue with the naming convention of a user-specific navigation profile. Specifically, the error states that user-specific profiles must start with a letter (A-Z). This is a validation rule in SAP to ensure that navigation profiles are named correctly.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a user attempts to create or modify a navigation profile with a name that does not start with an uppercase letter (A-Z). This could happen if:
  
  The profile name starts with a number or a special character.
  The profile name is empty or consists only of spaces.
  The profile name starts with a lowercase letter.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should ensure that the navigation profile name adheres to the naming conventions set by SAP. Here are the steps to fix the issue:
  
  Check the Profile Name: Review the name of the navigation profile you are trying to create or modify.
  Rename the Profile: If the name does not start with an uppercase letter (A-Z), rename it to start with a valid character. For example:
  
  Change 1ProfileName to A1ProfileName
  Change profileName to AprofileName
  
  
  Avoid Special Characters: Ensure that the profile name does not contain any special characters at the beginning.
  Save Changes: After renaming the profile, try saving the changes again.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific module documentation for guidelines on naming conventions for navigation profiles.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify navigation profiles in SAP.
  Profile Management: Familiarize yourself with the navigation profile management in SAP, as it can help you understand how to create and manage profiles effectively.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP administrator or support team for further assistance.